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India deploys 11 submarines, a first in nearly three decades
This deployment by the Indian Navy Friday is a stark contrast to the submarine history of the last two decades that has seen the arm hit by dwindling strength, accidents and write-offs.
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New Delhi: Marking a significant milestone for the Navy in three decades, India Friday simultaneously deployed 11 conventional submarines for operations, ThePrint has learnt.
This deployment starkly contrasts the submarine history of the last two decades, which has seen the arm hit by dwindling strength, accidents and write-offs.
“It is indeed an important milestone for us. Since I joined the Navy, I have not seen such a high simultaneous deployment. This was basically because we did not have that many submarines in operations, and the fleet strength was hit by several undergoing refits or repairs,” a source, who has completed over 25 years of service, told ThePrint.
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India deploys 11 submarines, a first in nearly three decades
This deployment by the Indian Navy Friday is a stark contrast to the submarine history of the last two decades that has seen the arm hit by dwindling strength, accidents and write-offs.
New Delhi: Marking a significant milestone for the Navy in three decades, India Friday simultaneously deployed 11 conventional submarines for operations, ThePrint has learnt.
This deployment starkly contrasts the submarine history of the last two decades, which has seen the arm hit by dwindling strength, accidents and write-offs.
“It is indeed an important milestone for us. Since I joined the Navy, I have not seen such a high simultaneous deployment. This was basically because we did not have that many submarines in operations, and the fleet strength was hit by several undergoing refits or repairs,” a source, who has completed over 25 years of service, told ThePrint.
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8 x SSKs on exercise in the Arabian Sea, across all three types we currently operate (Scorpene, Kilo & U209):
Submariners tasting the seawater as per tradition...
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How are subs utilized in anti-piracy ops?
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The navy team is now heading to spain now to inspect AIP tech after completing the german one. Curious as to what the germans will be offering.
Why is the Indian navy so insistent about AIP instead of going with fully LiB Scorpène Evolved from France? Japan is also moving towards fully LiB submarines instead of AIP.
Is the Indian Navy requirements much different from Indonesia and France?
https://www.navalnews.com/naval-new...-indonesia-for-2-scorpene-evolved-submarines/
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Maybe to cross-compare and reference with DRDO own AIP project.
These are all pricey things to do, so synergy potentials likely play some part in decision making.
Li-ion that is still long while away for DRDO to cut its teeth on.
